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AI Val Kilmer branded 'terrifying', but filmmakers say movie is ethical

A trailer for a film with an AI-generated character in the likeness of the late Val Kilmer has been slammed by social media users, but the filmmakers are defending their work. Grouped from 2 articles across 2 sources.

2 reports2 sourcesApr 17, 2026, 5:35 AM
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ABC AustraliaApr 17, 2026, 5:35 AM

AI Val Kilmer branded 'terrifying', but filmmakers say movie is ethical

A trailer for a film with an AI-generated character in the likeness of the late Val Kilmer has been slammed by social media users, but the filmmakers are defending their work.

EuronewsApr 16, 2026, 10:52 AM

Val Kilmer AI replica debuts in first trailer for controversial movie 'As Deep as the Grave'

The first trailer for “As Deep as the Grave” has been released, with the late Val Kilmer appearing as an AI-generated replica, created by filmmakers with the permission of his estate following his death last year.

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